Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda: I Dont Sleep Anymore [Video]

From Feb. 28 to March 1, 2025, Mr. Olympia Samson Dauda will challenge for the 2025 Arnold Classic (AC) title in Columbus, OH. In a part two interview for the Mulligan Brothers, Dauda described the pressure of going into a major show as the world champ, his success strategies, and more. 

A cornerstone of Dauda’s success is his unwavering duty to routine, like eating the same meals for almost a decade. As Dauda explained, “Invent a lifestyle, not a diet. Not a plan for a few weeks — you must make a change that you can maintain even when life gets tough.”

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As the AC nears, habit becomes more essential as fatigue and self-doubt creep in, causing hyperawareness. 

I don’t sleep anymore. When I sleep, I’m aware. It’s like being on too much caffeine; can’t switch off; overthink everything.

—Samson Dauda

Having a routine has …